Joshua Palmer vs Olamide Zaccheaus
Two wide receivers fantasy managers weigh against each other in Week 8. Here is the head-to-head on this week's Clutch Score, the next few weeks of projections and 2026 stats so far, with our verdict on who to roster.
Who to roster
Strong edge · 95% confident
Joshua Palmer- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 3.1 vs 2.1 pts/game
- More points per game: 5.5 vs 1.0
- Better scoring rank so far: WR86 vs WR121
Joshua Palmer and Olamide Zaccheaus are a Week 8 roster decision at wide receiver. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections are nearly even: Joshua Palmer at 3.1 PPR points per game to Olamide Zaccheaus's 2.1. This week's Clutch Score has Joshua Palmer at 3.4 PPR points to Olamide Zaccheaus's 1.8.
So far in 2026 Joshua Palmer has carried the heavier workload (37% snap share, 11 touches to Olamide Zaccheaus's 11), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Joshua Palmer has scored more per game this season (5.5 to 1.0 PPR across 5 and 6 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Joshua Palmer is the clear pick on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Palmer | Zaccheaus |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 3.4 | 1.8 |
| Position rank | WR88 | WR106 |
| Opponent | vs BAL | @ TB |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 3.1 | 2.1 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 27.7 | 5.7 |
| Points / game | 5.5 | 1.0 |
| Games played | 5 | 6 |
| Scoring rank | WR86 | WR121 |
| Snap share | 37% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Bye week | 7 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Points are PPR. Clutch Score adjusts this week's projection for matchup, Vegas and injury; the weeks ahead leave out a bye.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Joshua Palmer or Olamide Zaccheaus.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Joshua Palmer or Olamide Zaccheaus for the rest of 2026?
Joshua Palmer is a clear call over Olamide Zaccheaus from Week 8 on, on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Who is projected to score more over the next few weeks, Joshua Palmer or Olamide Zaccheaus?
Joshua Palmer projects for 3.1 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 2.1 for Olamide Zaccheaus. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Joshua Palmer or Olamide Zaccheaus?
Joshua Palmer has 28 PPR points in 2026 (5.5 per game over 5 games), to 6 for Olamide Zaccheaus (1.0 per game over 6).
Who should I start in Week 8, Joshua Palmer or Olamide Zaccheaus?
Joshua Palmer has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 3.4 PPR points to 1.8 for Olamide Zaccheaus, after adjusting for matchup, Vegas and injury.
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Verdict weighs projected points per game over the weeks ahead, points per game so far, usage, scoring rank, health and games played. Data via the Sleeper API, refreshed daily.